Contracts Manager

APPRISE; Princeton (NJ); Presencial; USD 80.000 - 110.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

APPRISE Incorporated seeks a Contracts Manager to identify proposal opportunities, review requirements, support proposal development, negotiate contracts, and manage federal reporting and compliance. The role covers proposal development, contract management, content and knowledge management, and strategic sourcing.

The candidate will work in-office, with a focus on acquiring and managing federal and non-federal contracts, drafting subcontractor agreements, and maintaining financial trackers.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred (e.g., MBA or related field).
• Strong research and analytical skills with the ability to synthesize information efficiently.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.

Responsabilidades

• Identify and track relevant RFI, RFQ, and RFP opportunities.
• Assess fit for APPRISE and summarize information for management.
• Develop detailed information on project scope and proposal requirements for management.
• Develop well-organized proposals tailored to specified client requirements with a focus on administrative requirements.
• Incorporate key technical proposal information from subject matter experts.
• Review and revise proposal drafts to ensure clarity, accuracy, and compliance.
• Manage federal and GSA reporting obligations and tracking to ensure adherence to regulations and deadlines.
• Oversee document management, contract compliance procedures, and required screening protocols for federal and non-federal contracts.
• Draft subcontractor contracts based on project needs.
• Ensure APPRISE and subcontractors are in compliance with contract requirements including insurance requirements.
• Draft monthly cost reports and maintain Excel-based financial trackers.
• Maintain a proposal content library, including capability statements, past research summaries, management plans, and performance examples.
• Support formatting and editing APPRISE staff resumes for proposal submissions.
• Create visually appealing proposal graphics that enhance document presentation.
• Learn APPRISE’s areas of focus (energy efficiency, energy affordability, energy renewables) to identify and pursue aligned opportunities.
• Identify potential subcontractors with diverse, skilled businesses that align with project needs.

Conocimientos

Strong organizational skills

Exceptional written and verbal (oral)沟

Educación

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degree preferred

Herramientas

Excel

Adobe Suite

Outlook

Word

Descripción del empleo

ABOUT APPRISE

APPRISE is a nonprofit research institute dedicated to collecting and analyzing data to assess and improve public programs. Our research focuses on initiatives that provide energy bill payment assistance, energy education, and energy efficiency services for low-income households, as well as programs that promote energy efficiency for residential, commercial, and industrial utility customers. Through rigorous research, APPRISE delivers actionable recommendations to program administrators and stakeholders to improve program design, operations, and impact.

POSITION OVERVIEW

APPRISE seeks a Contracts Manager to identify proposal opportunities, review proposal requirements, support proposal development, review and negotiate new contracts and modifications, administer federal and non-federal contracts, and manage federal reporting and compliance procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Proposal Development

• Search for and track relevant RFI, RFQ, and RFP opportunities aligned with APPRISE's research capabilities.
• Assess fit for APPRISE and summarize information for management.
• Develop detailed information on project scope and proposal requirements for management.
• Develop well-organized proposals tailored to specified client requirements with a focus on administrative requirements.
• Incorporate key technical proposal information from subject matter experts.
• Review and revise proposal drafts to ensure clarity, accuracy, and compliance.

Contract Management

• Manage federal and GSA reporting obligations and tracking to ensure adherence to regulations and deadlines.
• Oversee document management, contract compliance procedures, and required screening protocols for federal and non-federal contracts.
• Draft subcontractor contracts based on project needs.
• Ensure APPRISE and subcontractors are in compliance with contract requirements including insurance requirements.
• Draft monthly cost reports and maintain Excel-based financial trackers

Content and Knowledge Management

• Maintain a proposal content library, including capability statements, past research summaries, management plans, and performance examples.
• Support formatting and editing APPRISE staff resumes for proposal submissions.
• Create visually appealing proposal graphics that enhance document presentation.

Research and Strategic Sourcing

• Learn APPRISE’s areas of focus (energy efficiency, energy affordability, energy renewables) to identify and pursue aligned opportunities.
• Identify potential subcontractors with diverse, skilled businesses that align with project needs.

REQUIREMENTS

• Work in office Monday to Friday (40 hours)
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred (e.g., Business administration, public administration, strategic marketing or related fields).
• Minimum of 5 years of related experience.
• Strong research and analytical skills with the ability to synthesize information efficiently.
• Proficiency in Excel, Adobe Suite, Outlook, and Word.
• Ability to design visually engaging proposals.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet strict deadlines.

DESIRED QUALITIES

• Familiarity with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and government contracting vehicles, including GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS).
• Strong organizational skills and a proactive approach to identifying new opportunities.
• Knowledge of energy efficiency and affordability program evaluations is a plus.

Employee Benefits

All full-time APPRISE Incorporated staff are eligible for the below benefits.

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401-K enrollment with 3% company contribution
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays

APPRISE Incorporated pays for 100% of the medical, dental, and vision premium for employees and 50% of medical, dental, and vision premium for employee’s spouse and/or dependents enrolled in our sponsored plans.

It is the policy of APPRISE to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. No person will be discriminated against because of race, religion, color, gender, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability, or other factor prohibited by law.

This policy applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment including, but not limited to: hiring, training, placement and employee development, promotion, compensation, benefits, layoff and recall, employee facilities, termination, and retirement.